Director Guide

Director

The director is responsible to the producer.

 

Duties:

• Assesses and analyzes every aspect of the play: plot, character, mood, rhythm, style—both

literary and theatrical

• Researches the playwright, the period, and the style

• Executes and interprets the artistic components of the show

• Rehearses and prepares the actors

• Communicates the artistic vision to the designers and all other departments

• Attends all production meetings

• Works within a budget

 

Skills:

• Knowledgeable in all aspects of theatre, including design, lighting, sound, costume and acting

technique

• Excellent communication skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Prepared to spend the necessary rehearsal and preparation time

• Strong intuition

• Clear artistic vision

• Willingness to work with many people with a range of experience and abilities

• Likes the play

• Enthusiasm for the project

Notes:

It is particularly important that the director consciously communicate in a helpful, creative, supportive

and constructive manner. Directors should avoid negative communication methods such as: blaming,

yelling, accusing, threatening, nagging, guilting, and not listening.